Project Manager

Truro (Some Hybrid)
Permanent

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Project Manager to join a growing consultancy team in Truro.

You will lead and deliver a range of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong project leadership, the ability to manage complexity, and a collaborative approach to working with clients and internal teams.

The Role

• Accountable for delivering projects to agreed budget, quality, and programme targets
• Ensure all projects comply with established quality procedures and governance processes
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to a positive team culture

About You

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Working towards or holding membership of RICS, CIOB, APM or similar
• Results-driven, detail-focused, and able to perform under pressure
• Professional communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Committed to continuous development

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Excellent Holiday allowance
• Flexible hybrid working
• Excellent pension
• Life & private medical insurance
• Clear career development opportunities

If you’re looking to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Civil Engineering Estimator

Swansea (Hybrid Working Available)
Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary + Package

Civil Engineering Estimator – Swansea

We are recruiting for an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator to join a well-established and highly respected contractor based in Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with a strong civil engineering background to play a key role in pricing and securing major infrastructure and groundwork projects across South Wales and the wider region.

Hybrid working is available, offering flexibility alongside collaboration with an experienced commercial and pre-construction team.

The Role – Civil Engineering Estimator

As a Civil Engineering Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Pricing projects including groundworks, infrastructure, drainage, highways, and reinforced concrete works
• Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries
• Conducting site visits and risk assessments
• Working closely with commercial, operational, and design teams
• Identifying value engineering opportunities
• Supporting bid strategy and programme development

Requirements

To be considered for this Estimator role, you must have:

• A solid background in civil engineering projects
• Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and market rates
• Experience pricing groundworks, highways, drainage, or infrastructure schemes
• Excellent analytical and commercial skills
• Proficiency in estimating software and Excel
• Strong communication and negotiation skills

A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is desirable but not essential with proven experience.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working options
• Pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term career progression within a stable and growing business
• Exposure to high-profile regional civil engineering projects

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator looking for your next opportunity in Swansea, with hybrid working and strong career progression, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Bid Manager

Location: Corsham, Wiltshire (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: Competitive + benefits (DOE)
Sector: Construction / Engineering / Project Delivery
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

An established construction and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to lead and manage the full work-winning process from PQQ through to tender submission and client presentation.

This is a key role within the pre-construction team, responsible for producing high-quality, compelling submissions that align with business strategy and exceed client expectations across technically complex projects.

You will work closely with commercial, planning, design and operations teams to deliver winning bids across a variety of sectors, ensuring every submission is accurate, compliant and stands out in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

Bid & Tender Management

• Lead and manage the end-to-end bid process including PQQs, tenders and framework submissions
• Manage tender portals, deadlines and submission requirements
• Write and coordinate high-quality technical responses tailored to client needs
• Develop compelling, compliant bid documents that clearly demonstrate value and capability
• Prepare project-specific CVs and supporting documentation

Document Control & Coordination

• Receive, log and manage tender documentation in line with internal processes
• Create submission programmes and manage deliverables across internal teams
• Coordinate input from estimating, commercial, planning, design and operations
• Produce professional, branded submission documents and templates

Pre-Construction & Client Support

• Work with planning and operations teams to develop programmes, methodologies and logistics plans
• Support client presentations and pre-construction meetings
• Identify risks, challenges and opportunities within bid submissions and address proactively

Business Development & Continuous Improvement

• Attend client meetings, interviews and industry events
• Identify new opportunities and support wider business development activity
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best-practice bid development
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental and health & safety procedures

About You

Essential Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Writer role
• Background in construction, engineering or project-based environments
• Proven experience producing successful PQQ and tender submissions
• Strong technical writing ability with excellent attention to detail
• Confident coordinating multiple stakeholders to tight deadlines
• High-level IT, document control and presentation skills

Desirable

• Experience managing bids for complex or specialist projects
• Understanding of pre-construction processes, estimating and project delivery
• Graphics or visual presentation experience

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with a strong sense of urgency
• Commercially aware and solutions-focused
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, resilient and able to manage multiple bids simultaneously

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects
• Supportive, people-focused culture with clear career progression
• Ongoing professional development and CPD

Location

This role is based in Corsham, Wiltshire, with flexibility for hybrid working depending on business needs.
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Project Manager – MOD Contractor

Location: Plymouth
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Car Allowance / Company Car

About the Role

Join a leading MOD contractor delivering high-profile defence and infrastructure projects across Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to manage projects for a trusted national contractor with a strong reputation for excellence within the defence sector.

You will take full responsibility for project delivery — from inception through to completion — ensuring programmes are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee projects from inception to completion
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth operations
• Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiencies within project management processes

Key Requirements

• HNC or equivalent qualification in Building, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager or Project Manager role
• Experience managing construction and property maintenance programmes (MOD experience advantageous)
• Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos Awareness
• Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge
• Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain clearance) due to the nature of MOD projects
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office (experience with CAFM software desirable)

Benefits & Perks

• Salary up to £50,000
• Car allowance or Company Car
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension and holiday allowance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-sensitive defence projects

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Contracts Manager

Location: Exeter
Salary: £45,000 – £52,000 + Package

About the Role:

We are working with a well-established regional contractor seeking a Contracts Manager to manage multiple refurbishment and new build projects across Exeter and surrounding areas. Projects span a variety of sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, MoD, and other public sector clients, ranging from £250k to £5m.

This role will oversee project delivery from start to finish, ensuring compliance with health & safety, budgetary control, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and site teams simultaneously
• Plan, schedule, and programme site works efficiently
• Represent the company at pre-start, progress, and client meetings
• Manage agency workers, direct staff, subcontractors, and labourers
• Liaise with commercial teams to provide accurate financial updates
• Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation on site

Requirements

• Recent experience in a similar role managing multiple contracts, ideally refurbishment
• Sector knowledge of education, MoD, and commercial projects
• Must hold or be able to pass a DBS check
• Full UK driving licence
• Relevant site qualifications: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid at Work
• Good local supply chain knowledge

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or apply as instructed.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Estimator – Precast Concrete

Location: Exeter with hybrid working
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on experience)

Company Overview

Our client is a leading supplier of precast concrete products for the construction and agricultural markets. They offer a full-service solution covering design, supply, and installation. With a strong reputation in the industry, they are now looking for an experienced Estimator to join their growing team.

Role Overview

This is a customer-facing role that requires:

• A keen eye for detail
• Strong technical knowledge
• The ability to work with Blu Beam and technical drawings

The Estimator will be responsible for:

• Managing document control
• Producing accurate take-offs
• Assisting in the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BoQs)

Key Responsibilities

• Engaging directly with customers to understand project requirements
• Interpreting and analysing technical drawings
• Conducting take-offs and preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
• Managing and maintaining document control processes use Blu Beam
• Providing cost estimates for precast concrete products across various projects
• Collaborating with internal teams, including design and project management, to ensure accurate pricing

Key Requirements

✅ Precast concrete beneficial but by no means essential
✅ Ability to interpret construction industry technical drawings
✅ Take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
✅ Excellent numerical and analytical skills
✅ Proficiency in CAD software beneficial
✅ Strong communication and organisational skills**

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
Employer pension contribution of 4%
20 days holiday + bank holidays (No weekend work required)
WPA health benefits for employee wellbeing

How to Apply

If you are an Estimator , we’d love to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Managing Quantity Surveyor – Water & Infrastructure Projects

Location: Office-based with travel to sites as required
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial and contractual function for a leading infrastructure delivery business operating across water, wastewater, civil engineering, rail, highways, power, and associated sectors.

This is a senior role with responsibility for driving strong commercial performance, accurate cost control, and effective contract administration across a portfolio of high-value projects delivered under long-term frameworks.

About the Role

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will provide strategic leadership across commercial activities, mentor and develop the commercial team, and work closely with senior leadership to influence business performance.

You will support project delivery teams while helping to grow and strengthen the organisation’s overall commercial capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial / quantity surveying function across multi-discipline infrastructure programmes.
• Oversee cost planning, budget control, forecasting, valuations, cashflow management, and final account settlement.
• Ensure robust contract administration and compliance, with significant exposure to NEC4 and other relevant contract forms.
• Lead risk and opportunity management, advising on commercial strategy and mitigation measures.
• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial staff.
• Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor engagement, and cost benchmarking activities.
• Prepare, review, and present commercial reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Provide commercial input into ECI, bid strategy, tender pricing, and contract negotiation.
• Work closely with project, design, and leadership teams to balance commercial, technical, and programme priorities.
• Maintain governance standards, audit readiness, and drive continuous improvement of commercial processes.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in quantity surveying within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Proven leadership experience managing commercial teams and developing QS capability.
• Strong background delivering projects within water and wastewater frameworks, including networks and treatment infrastructure.
• Extensive experience managing NEC4 contracts and associated commercial processes.
• Contractor-side experience delivering capital works on major infrastructure frameworks.

Desirable

• Professional membership (e.g. MRICS or equivalent), or working towards chartership.
• Experience working with water companies such as Welsh Water, Wessex Water, Bristol Water, or South West Water.
• Exposure to other infrastructure sectors (rail, highways, power civils).
• Strong IT and reporting capability, with proficiency in commercial software and MS Office.

If you are interested and would like further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch

Assistant Plant Superintendent

Permanent | Plymouth | £55,000-£65,000

Sphere Solutions are partnering with their client to recruit several Assistant Plant Superintendents (APS). As an APS, you will be a shift leader and hands-on manager in a mineral processing plant. You’ll run the plant safely and efficiently, train your team, troubleshoot problems, and help set up the way the plant is run. This role is a mix of leadership, technical know-how, and practical problem-solving, with shift work becoming a core part of the role later in the year.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead your shift operations team by setting a strong example and sharing your experience.
• Meet the plant’s production, safety, quality, performance, and cost objectives.
• Uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Operate your shift efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively while maintaining excellent housekeeping standards.
• Develop your shift team through training and mentoring, ensuring a solid understanding of mineral processing principles and equipment.
• Take a practical, hands-on approach to tasks and effectively manage site activities.
• Ensure control and instrumentation systems are well-maintained and fully operational.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 5 years’ hands-on experience operating mineral processing plants or other large, continuous production facilities.
• Experience leading a team in a complex shift-based operation.
• Practical knowledge of SCADA or other plant control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and fix process issues.
• Clear communication skills, able to work effectively with people at all levels.
• Flexible and able to work a 24/7 shift pattern, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic understanding of UK environmental, health & safety, and employment regulations.

Other Information

• Relocation package available for the right candidates.
• 40-hour working week, with the shift pattern to be determined later in the year (a shift premium will be paid).
• All employees must undertake a drugs and alcohol test.
• Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including working at heights, climbing stairs and ladders, and accessing plant areas (reasonable adjustments considered under the Equality Act 2010).

To apply, please follow the instructions below, or call Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 for an informal, confidential discussion.

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Design Coordinator – Bristol

Construction | Design Management | Major Building Project

We are recruiting a Design Coordinator to join a high-performing project team working on a large, flagship building project in the heart of Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a landmark development while building a long-term career in design management within construction.

Working closely with an experienced Design Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating design information across multiple disciplines, ensuring drawings, specifications and technical details are delivered accurately and on programme.

The Role

As Design Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating design information from architects, consultants and subcontractors
• Supporting the Design Manager in managing the design process from pre-construction through delivery
• Reviewing drawings and technical submissions for coordination and compliance
• Assisting with design meetings, RFIs and design change management
• Helping to ensure design outputs meet programme, quality and buildability requirements

About You

This role would suit someone with:

• A background in architecture, architectural technology, design coordination or construction design management
• Experience working on building or construction projects (main contractor or consultancy environment preferred)
• Strong understanding of technical drawings and design coordination processes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ambition to progress into a Design Manager role over time

What’s on Offer

• Work on a high-profile, flagship project in central Bristol
• Close mentoring and development alongside an established Design Manager
• Excellent long-term career prospects within a growing project team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A stable, forward-thinking working environment focused on quality and collaboration

Location

• Bristol (city centre project)

If you are a Design Coordinator or an architectural professional looking to move into construction design management, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your career on a major Bristol project.

Site Manager / Senior Site Manager – Bristol

Location: Bristol
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + package (DOE)

An award-winning, highly respected main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager to join its established operational team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a business known for its low staff turnover, strong leadership, and genuine long-term career progression, delivering a diverse portfolio of high-quality construction projects across the Bristol area.

The Role

As a Site Manager / Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects vary in size and sector, offering real variety and long-term job security rather than one-off schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Full site management from pre-start through to completion
• Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensuring health & safety compliance at all times
• Maintaining programme, quality, and cost control
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal operational teams
• Producing site reports and attending progress meetings
• Driving a positive site culture and high standards of workmanship

About You

You will be an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager with a strong background working for a main contractor.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects on site
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage programmes and multiple trades
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Experience across a range of sectors is highly desirable, but attitude, professionalism, and leadership style are just as important.

Why Apply?

• Join an award-winning contractor with an excellent industry reputation
• Strong operational team and supportive management structure
• Low staff turnover – people stay long term
• Clear and realistic career progression opportunities
• Varied projects across Bristol and the surrounding area
• Stable pipeline of work and long-term security

Apply Now

If you’re a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager looking for a long-term role with a high-quality contractor in Bristol, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply today to find out more.